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Saudi German Hospital Makkah thrives as leading destination for medical tourism in Saudi Arabia with latest TEMOS accreditation

News Desk 1 25/03/2025 0

Saudi German Hospital (SGH) Makkah received accreditation from TEMOS, marking a significant milestone in global healthcare and reinforcing the group’s status as a premier destination for medical tourism in KSA. The TEMOS accreditation validates SGH Makkah’s excellence in promoting medical

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Innovation Capacity Building Program Concluded Successfully by Siemens Healthineers in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 25/03/2025 0

The Innovation Capacity Building Program, conducted by Siemens Healthineers through its Regional Headquarters (RHQ) in Saudi Arabia, has successfully concluded. Held from February 5-20, 2025, the program aimed to strengthen local expertise and foster strategic collaborations with universities, hospitals, startups, and key stakeholders such as Monshaat. Bringing together 40

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Teledyne FLIR Defense Captures $7.8 Million Contract to Provide Mobile Surveillance Systems for Key Military Entity in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 24/03/2025 0

Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), has won a contract valued at $7.8 million with Middle East Task Company (METCO) to provide its next-generation LVSS (Lightweight Vehicle Surveillance System) to a high-profile military entity in Saudi Arabia. The agreement also includes mission support equipment and training. Quantities were not

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Automechanika Riyadh 2025 officially sold out with record international participation confirmed

News Desk 1 20/03/2025 0

Automechanika Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s leading regional trade show for the automotive aftermarket industry, has officially sold out six weeks before the event, with the seventh edition returning to the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC) from 28-30 April, with a surge of exhibitors from around the world. This year, companies from over 34 countries

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Blue Ocean Global doubles portfolio in Saudi Arabia, tapping into the Kingdom’s US$60 bn online distribution market

News Desk 1 20/03/2025 0

Blue Ocean Global, a leading player in the e-commerce distribution business, has doubled its business in 2024, compared to distribution in 2023, reflecting a growing demand for online distribution business in Saudi Arabia – the biggest Arab economy with a gross domestic product exceeding US$1 trillion. With 99 percent internet penetration among the 33.26 million […]

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Checkout.com and Tabby Partner to Expand BNPL Solutions for Retailers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 17/03/2025 0

Checkout.com, a leading global digital payments solutions provider, has partnered with Tabby, the financial services and shopping app, to offer flexible and high-performing payment solutions to merchants in the UAE and Saudi Arabia. This partnership integrates Tabby’s popular BNPL solutions directly into Checkout.com’s platform, allowing merchants to offer consumers

Business Saudi Arabia

PIF sets up first Saudi-owned duty-free operator

Arnold Pinto 16/03/2025 0

To boost Saudi travel retail sector Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has established Al Waha Duty-Free Company, marking a significant milestone as the country’s first Saudi-owned duty-free operator. Al Waha, a wholly owned subsidiary of PIF, is set to become a major player in the Middle East’s travel retail sector. It will position itself […]

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Almajdouie Holding collaborates with Canon

News Desk 1 06/03/2025 0

Almajdouie Holding has partnered with Canon Saudi Arabia to implement a Climate Contribution Project focused on compensating emissions from Almajdouie Holding’s Canon-related print operations. This partnership was announced at Gulf Print and Pack 2025 KSA where Canon showcased its comprehensive portfolio of end-to-end digital production print solutions and services. The

Business Saudi Arabia

Key Legal Requirements for UAE Companies Expanding into the Saudi Market

News Desk 2 06/03/2025 0

With the entry of Vision 2030 in Saudi Arabia, its economic landscape has positively changed, making it an attractive country for businesses eyeing to expand.  UAE companies, in particular, have a strategic advantage due to the geographical proximity and cultural similarities between the two nations.  However, entering the Saudi market requires going through

Health Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia confirms $500 million payout to global polio eradication effort

Dan Ngiam 02/03/2025 0

With immediate disbursement Saudi Arabia has reaffirmed its $500 million commitment to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), a critical step in the global effort to eradicate the disease and protect children worldwide. The announcement was made during the fourth Riyadh International Humanitarian Forum, where key global health leaders gathered to sign the

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Saudi Arabia’s Creative Industry Set to Step into the Global Spotlight

News Desk 1 27/02/2025 0

The third edition of Athar – Saudi Festival of Creativity, the largest gathering of the creative marketing industry in Saudi Arabia, is set to take place from 21-22 October 2025 at JAX District – Diriyah Biennale Foundation in Riyadh. With an expanded format and an even greater focus on international industry collaboration, this year’s edition […]

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Saudi Arabia Hosts Central Asia’s Leading Companies for Exclusive B2B Business Meeting

News Desk 1 26/02/2025 0

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia welcomed a high-level delegation of 40 leading companies from Central Asia for an exclusive B2B business meeting aimed at strengthening cross-border investment, trade cooperation, and strategic partnerships. The event, organized by IDR Australia LLC and UDI Group, brought together influential Saudi business leaders, investors, and corporate

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Automechanika Riyadh returns as Saudi Arabia’s automotive aftermarket sector accelerates

News Desk 1 26/02/2025 0

Automechanika Riyadh, Saudi Arabia’s leading regional trade show for the automotive aftermarket industry, is set to return for its seventh edition from 28-30 April at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center (RICEC). Following the success of the record-breaking 2024 event, the upcoming edition will expand to five halls and is expected to attract over […]

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BUCCELLATI ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF ITS FIRST BOUTIQUE

News Desk 1 25/02/2025 0

Buccellati is proud to announce the opening of its first boutique in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at Solitaire Mall, Riyadh’s newest luxury destination. Bordered by King Abdulaziz Road, Al Imam Saud Ibn Faisal Road, and Al Thumamah Road, this prime location offers sweeping views to the south, showcasing the prestigious King Abdullah Financial District. […]

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Panasonic Strengthens Presence in Saudi Arabia with the Opening of new Riyadh office

News Desk 1 24/02/2025 0

Panasonic Marketing Middle East & Africa FZE (PMMAF) has announced the opening of its new branch office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step in strengthening its presence in the Kingdom. This expansion reinforces Panasonic’s commitment to delivering premium, high-quality products and solutions while fostering closer collaboration with its distributors

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Databricks to invest up to $300 million in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia over the next five years

News Desk 1 19/02/2025 0

At LEAP 2025, Databricks, the data and AI company, announced its plans to invest up to US$300 million in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia over the next five years. This investment will be used to enable its growing local customer base to combine data, analytics and AI on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform and will […]

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TrinaTracker Opens 3GW Factory in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 19/02/2025 0

TrinaTracker, a global leader in smart solar tracking solutions and a subsidiary of Trinasolar Co. Ltd (SHA: 688599), has announced the establishment of a new manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia, set to begin operations in Q1 2025. The facility, Trina Tracker for Renewable Energy, represents a key milestone in the company’s ongoing commitment to localization […]

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Top Five Finish for Nick Cassidy and Jaguar TCS Racing in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 17/02/2025 0

An excellent recovery drive from Jaguar TCS Racing and Nick Cassidy saw the Kiwi claim his first points of the 2024/25 ABB FIA Formula E season, climbing 12 places to finish fifth, under the lights in Jeddah. Teammate Mitch Evans had also made significant progress places, running in eighth with energy to spare and with […]

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ZIWO launches innovative AI solution in Saudi Arabia

News Desk 1 17/02/2025 0

ZIWO, a leader in the SaaS industry, has officially announced the launch of its most recent solution, ZIWO AI, during its attendance at the recent LEAP 2025 event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The SaaS industry rapidly integrates numerous AI solutions to help users and end customers. That’s why ZIWO decided to revolutionise the AI scene […]

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Adaverse Saudi Arabia Partners with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

News Desk 1 17/02/2025 0

Adaverse announced a strategic partnership with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. This partnership aims to accelerate the development of Web 3 technologies and promote innovation in blockchains in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Driving Innovation in Web3 Technologies This collaboration leverages the Ministry’s leadership in national digital